There are reports that a popular fuel station in Somerset is closed this morning (March 9).

Drivers looking to fill up at Morrisons in Yeovil , on Lysander Road, are apparently being turned away.

A local motorist told Somerset Live there is apparently a problem with a till at the supermarket petrol station.

"Loads of cars" were seen turning around near nearby McDonald's just before 9am.

Traffic next to Morrisons, Yeovil, March 9 (Image: James Brinsford)

Apparently the fault could be rectified as quickly as 9.30am this morning (March 9), according to reports.

A photo from the scene shows the entrance to the fuel filling station has been blocked off.

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